5 Tips For A Fun And Successful Ladakh Bike Trip - By: Rakesh shah

5 Tips For A Fun And Successful Ladakh Bike Trip

A decade ago, mountain motorcycling was a predominantly European trend; however, mountain biking has now found favor with Indian bikers also. Every year, several mountain biking adventure tours are organized in the Himalayas. Ladakh, a region with the world’s highest motorable road, is the ultimate travel destination for adventurous motorcyclists. The famous Royal Enfield motorbikes, perfect for riding on rough roads, are easily available in India. This circumstance has led to the development of a number of strong biking communities that organize trips to Leh-Ladakh every year.

Ladakh is a very dry and extremely cold place. The cold, the altitude, and the rough roads make motorcycling in Ladakh a challenging and adventurous experience. A number of tour operators organize extreme motorbike tours to Ladakh; these tours usually involve travelling 2400 kilometers in 15 days. If you have joined such a biking tour, or if you have planned a Himalayan motorbike trip of your own, you will increase your chances of a safe and successful biking experience by following these tips:

1. Choose the Right Bike
When you are biking in India, you have a wide range of bikes to choose from. The most important thing is to choose a bike you are comfortable with. If you have driven a sports bike all your life, there is no point in picking an Enfield bullet for your Ladakh bike trip. Royal Enfield is the most powerful bike you can find in India, and it is the best choice for the grueling road trip. But before you take these heavy-duty beasts to the mountains, you need at least five thousand kilometers under your belt.

2. Prepare your bike for a rough ride
You will ride more than 2400 kilometers in 15 days. Every day your motorcycle will pass over rough and cold roads. This bumpy ride will cause a lot of wear and tear. If you do not want to waste hours trying to repair your bike at 15,000 feet, you need to check your bike before you go. Check the oil, check the tires, tighten all the nuts and bolts, and get your bike serviced.

3. Packs your bags smartly
On your Ladakh bike trip, the cold can give you frostbite, and the UV rays can burn your skin off. You need to carry the right gear: jackets, clothes, sunglasses, backpack, gloves, shoes, and medicine. Once you have all the things, you need to load it evenly in the bag. Try to take as few things as possible; also, if you plan to hang the bags on the sides of your bike, prepare two bags with equal weight to maintain balance. Don’t forget the camera. You must capture the pristine beauty of Ladakh’s lovely lakes – Pangong Tso, Tso Moriri, and Tso Kar!

4. Documents
On your Leh-Ladakh motorcycle trip, you will ride across some of the highest passes in the world: Zojila Pass, Fatula Pass, Changla Pass and Khardung La. These areas are safe, but they have a strong military presence. You better carry your permits, passports, your vehicle registration book, bike insurance paper, and identity card with you all time.

5. There is safety in numbers
Your decision to go on a Ladakh bike trip shows your adventurous spirit, but you do not need to be reckless. If you are a newbie, you should check out Ladakh bike tour packages, and ride under the guidance of an experienced team. If you are riding with your friends, you should form a group of at least 5-6 bikers to ensure safely.

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